Park Ranger II

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A Park Rangers probationary period is for 24 months.

Lateral Transfer applicants must have already completed their 24 month probationary period.

PrimaryPurposeofPosition:

Love being outside and exploring some of North Carolinas most beautiful places Maybe youd like working at a state park. The Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking enthusiastic team members to fill ourPark Ranger II positions. A Park Ranger II provides educational programming natural resource management law enforcement/emergency services temporary and permanent employee supervision administration operations and maintenance. The Park Ranger II is a commissioned law enforcement officer and will enforce state laws and park regulations through patrol education warnings citations and arrests.

KeyResponsibilitiesincludebutarenotlimitedto:

• Utilizes a methodical and logical approach to investigate and enforce criminal laws state park rules and regulations.
  Enforces state laws and park regulations through patrol education warnings citations and arrestsvia vehicle and/or foot patrols. Coordinates with local state or federal agencies as necessary.
• Performs Law enforcement actions and court processes to clearly and concisely present evidence.
• Issues camping permits opens and closes facilities and purchases equipment and supplies.
• Supervises Park Ranger I and temporary positions; and if required may serve as acting park superintendent.
• Recognizes emergency situations and takes appropriate action.
• Manages directs and assists large tour groups in the park.
• Assists park visitors as necessary to resolve complaints or problems.
• Leads interpretive and educational (I&E) activities for the public regarding the ecology and history of the park.
• Manages the parks boundary line maintenance program monitors natural resources.
• Researches assigned natural resources develops and implements resource management plans and I&E programs.
• Communicates effectively through interpersonal interactions and written documents.
• Responds to safety or law enforcement issues in the park and other park locations as necessary.
• Provides first aid emergency medical response and emergency rescue for park visitors and provides assistance to other agencies.
• Provides security assistance for large events and other public programming.
• Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs of park facilities vehicles and/or equipment.

• Prior to Employment: Selected candidates are required to have successful results in physical and psychological examinations to include drug testing and a background investigation as required by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education Training and Standards Commission.
• Within 18 months of hire date must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission.
• Typical work schedule is Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; includes evening shifts and weekends on a rotating schedule.
• Must work weekends and holidays on-call rotation.
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid drivers license within 90 days of employment.
• Considered Emergency Staff and may be required to work on adverse weather days during emergencies and special events.
• Some positions may have housing available and it is a requirement that the candidate who accepts the position reside in the housing provided.

• SuccessfullycompleteCPRCertification
• SuccessfullycompleteWildlandFireSuppression
• SuccessfullycompleteDivision SponsoredChainsawTraining

• SuccessfullycompleteEmergencyMedicalResponder(EMR)
• Successfully complete Fundamentals of Search and Rescue (FUNSAR)

To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form listed as general statements listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Management Prefers:

• Demonstrated experience interpreting and/or incorporating laws rules and/or regulations that affect a large segment of the public work unit and/or program.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating law enforcement activities between other law enforcement agencies.

• Demonstrated experience researching preparing and/or conducting educational programs.

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Bachelors degree preferably in Parks and Recreation and/or Natural Science from an appropriately accredited institution